2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Justy 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 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Justy (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 Subaru Justy.
Because 2007 Subaru Justy 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 Subaru Justy 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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Justy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
