2009 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
