2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
