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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) 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 216 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, 2004 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1981 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |