2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 261 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
