2004 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 123 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, 2001 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2001 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Focus | I |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
