2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 205 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2009 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. 2009 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Camry |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |