2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
