2006 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
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 Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |