2006 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Toyota BB
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota BB would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Toyota BB. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 291 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB. 2001 Toyota BB has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota BB will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2001 Toyota BB | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | BB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 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 | 1311 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
