2007 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser

To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1377 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Focus 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Focus Mega Cruiser
Year Released 2007 2000
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1473 kg 2850 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2180 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 2290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 108 L


 

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