2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 144 L |
