2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 (175 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (171 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | RunX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
