2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Volvo V40
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Volvo V40 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V40 (169 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Volvo V40.
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 V40 (240 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo V40 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 V40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | V40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
