2009 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
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 Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 394 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Condor (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Condor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
