2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Infiniti QX4
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Infiniti QX4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 785 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 Infiniti QX4 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 Infiniti QX4 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 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2004 Infiniti QX4 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 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Focus | QX4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |