2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo C70 weights approximately 344 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 Volvo C70 (285 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Focus | C70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |