2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Holden Barina
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Holden Barina were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 Holden Barina. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Barina. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Barina. 2004 Holden Barina 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 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Holden Barina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Focus | Barina |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |