2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 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 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 28.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
