2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 128 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 174 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |