2006 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen
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 Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1471 kg more than 1996 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1996 Toyota Lexcen 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 1996 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen 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 Lexcen | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
