2004 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 846 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.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Focus | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |