2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2004 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 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Focus | Vibe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |