2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Holden Monaro were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Monaro weights approximately 180 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 Holden Monaro 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 2004 Holden Monaro. 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, 2004 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Focus | Monaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |