2006 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 2 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 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 117 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 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
