2008 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |