2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 498 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Astro 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 2004 Chevrolet Astro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
