2009 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
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 Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Altezza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |