2006 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (149 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1396 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |