2008 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1470 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |