2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 137 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 221 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |