2007 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Toyota iQ

To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 5 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 316 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.

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 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Focus 2012 Toyota iQ
Make Ford Toyota
Model Focus iQ
Year Released 2007 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1387 cc 1329 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1176 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 3051 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


 

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