2004 Ariel Atom vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 647 kg more than 2004 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ariel Atom | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ariel | Ford |
Model | Atom | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |