2008 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
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 Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 177 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2006 Toyota Hilux. 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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
