2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 788 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 47 L |
