2000 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 8 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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 (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Aygo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |