2004 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 302 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |