2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra 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 Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1830 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
