2008 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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 (184 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (176 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |