2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 288 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 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
