2001 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Lexus GX
To start off, 2004 Lexus GX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 930 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2004 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Focus | GX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
