2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50.
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 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
