2004 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 839 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3022 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
