2008 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 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. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 161 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
