2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Focus 2004 Porsche 911
Make Ford Porsche
Model Focus 911
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1753 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.6 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 198 km/hour 285 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 5.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1195 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 11 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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