2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 427 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 Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry 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 Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3310 cc |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |