2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 182 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |