2000 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 6 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tazz. 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, 2000 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
