2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Matrix 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 415 kg more than 2010 Toyota Matrix. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Matrix |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |