2004 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2008 Toyota Camry 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. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Camry |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |