2004 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 459 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 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Focus | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |