2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 623 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 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2011 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Focus | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Focus | Rexton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |