2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 382 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |