2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 2 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 544 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Focus | Vibe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 3.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |