2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (212 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (310 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
