2004 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 848 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 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8: 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
