2004 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 400 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 33 more horse power than 1999 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 236 kg more than 1999 Rover 400. 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 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1999 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
