2001 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 11 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 116 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
