2007 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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, 2008 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | iQ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |
