2008 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
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 Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
