2008 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Condor |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1446 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |