1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 76 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Focus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |
