2007 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 86 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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 (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.3 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 | 1311 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |