2004 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. Both 2004 Ford Focus and 1999 Ford Focus are equipped with a 1,989 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 80 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, 1999 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
