2006 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 299 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Hilux |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |