2000 Ford Cougar 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 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 55 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.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Cougar | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Cougar | Focus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1757 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |