2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1390 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |