2002 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 405 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |