2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 12 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 PT Cruiser (339 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
