2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 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 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
