2001 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, both 2001 Ford Focus and 2001 Ginetta G34 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34.
Because 2001 Ginetta G34 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 2001 Ginetta G34. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Focus | G34 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
