2008 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 248 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2360 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |