2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 553 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2004 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2004 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Focus | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
