2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 197 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corolla | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |