2004 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 682 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 Chrysler 300 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 2012 Chrysler 300. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Focus | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
