2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn L weights approximately 160 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.
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 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Focus | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
