2004 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2000 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Focus | SS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
