2004 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 603 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, 2000 Mercury Villager (271 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Focus | Villager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
