2004 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 4 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Vibe. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Vibe. 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, 2008 Pontiac Vibe (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2008 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Focus | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |
