2007 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
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 MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 231 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Because 2004 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
