2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (132 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Ford Focus (340 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Focus | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
