2007 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 222 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2001 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
