2008 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 62 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
