2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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 Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |