2007 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |