2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 593 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
