1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, both vehicles can yield 183 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
