2009 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Allion (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion.
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, 2001 Toyota Allion (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2001 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Allion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
