2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 114 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |