2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 373 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 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS. 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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2004 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Focus | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
