2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 584 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | Focus |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
