2004 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 426 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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 (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
