2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (102 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Because 2006 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 Quantum | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Quantum |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |