1999 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | RAV4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 126 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2614 mm |
