2004 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |