1994 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. 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 63 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Suzuki Vitara | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Vitara | Focus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |
