2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Vauxhall Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 303 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 Vauxhall Vectra (321 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Focus | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 321 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |