2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 446 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.
Because 2010 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Focus | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
