2000 Ford Focus vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (125 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |
