2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 (202 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Jimny |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |