2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.
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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2614 mm |
