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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 135 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 Corolla (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1594 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 221 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |