2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Suzuki Verona
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Suzuki Verona were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Verona (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Verona should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Verona weights approximately 348 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.
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 Suzuki Verona (241 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Verona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Suzuki Verona | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Verona |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 241 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |