2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 519 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 2011 Ford Falcon 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 2011 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (533 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
