2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.

Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Focus 2007 GMC Acadia
Make Ford GMC
Model Focus Acadia
Year Released 2004 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 340 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 83 L


 

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