2000 Donkervoort D8 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 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 641 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2000 Donkervoort D8 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 2000 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Donkervoort D8 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
