2010 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, both 2010 Ford Focus and 2010 Toyota iQ were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Focus | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | iQ |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4445 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1722 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1488 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2614 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 32 L |