2007 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus.

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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Focus 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Ford Toyota
Model Focus Camry
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1753 cc 2358 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 96 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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