2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 183 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Altezza | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1337 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
