2001 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
