2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,316 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 387 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 V70 (231 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo V70 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 V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Focus | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 231 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |