2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 107 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4. 2004 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |