2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 312 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corolla | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |