2006 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |