2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Toyota iQ were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | iQ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 1350 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |