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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 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. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 56 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
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 (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 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 | 1560 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
