1999 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus.
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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |