2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 219 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 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
