2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 105 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |