2006 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 356 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo. 2003 Toyota Echo 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. 2003 Toyota Echo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Echo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 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 | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |