2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 378 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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, 2008 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |
