2006 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
