2000 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix is newer by 12 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 11 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
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 (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 Length | 4530 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2601 mm |
