2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 200 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 Subaru Outback 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 Outback 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 Ford Focus (240 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |