2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1075 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.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2004 GMC Sierra 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. 2004 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
