2008 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
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 Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 422 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Echo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 122 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |