2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2004 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 142 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (203 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Cavalier | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |