2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
