2008 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 543 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
