2004 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 237 kg more than 2012 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 05-Sep | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
