2009 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Paseo (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 347 kg more than 1999 Toyota Paseo.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Paseo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |