2006 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 163 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.
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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
