2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 694 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1844 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |