2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2004 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 794 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Chrysler Grand Voyager (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2004 Ford Focus
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Grand Voyager Focus
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 146 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2060 kg 1266 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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