2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12

To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 TVR Speed 12 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 657 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 221 kg more than 2004 TVR Speed 12.

Because 2004 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 698 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Focus 2004 TVR Speed 12
Make Ford TVR
Model Focus Speed 12
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1997 cc 7730 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 791 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7750 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 881 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1221 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 57 L