2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 623 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Focus | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
