2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Hilux |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |