2007 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 285 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
