2004 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pininfarina Rossa would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 341 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Ford | Pininfarina |
| Model | Focus | Rossa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
