2006 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 7 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 248 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |