2007 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
