2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 58 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.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (202 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
