2008 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 222 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |