2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 Reno 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 (183 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Reno |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |