RSK, I'd be driving on a mix of pretty bad roads (40%) and reasonable roads (60%).
Safety ratings appear to be the same on both cars, although the corolla did seem a bit 'steadier' on the road to me.
What about on long drives, would the roomier corolla obviously be an easier journey?
Any known common problems with either car at a certain age or mileage?
What about timing belt, when would it need to be done?
I suppose other option would be to look for a 1.6 diesel focus - how would that compare to either of the others?
thanks