2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Swift (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 267 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Swift |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |