2000 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
