2000 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 180 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 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 591 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 92 L |