2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Mahindra CL
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Mahindra CL were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 87 kg more than 2004 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Ford | Mahindra |
Model | Focus | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2040 mm |