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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 Yaris (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |