2008 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 313 kg more than 2011 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 2011 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |