2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |