2006 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser

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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 660 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Focus Land Cruiser
Year Released 2006 1996
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 75 L