2009 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser

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 Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1554 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 Mega Cruiser 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 Mega Cruiser 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 Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Mega Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Focus Mega Cruiser
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1753 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1296 kg 2850 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2180 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 2290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 108 L


 

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