2004 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 237 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
