2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Ford Focus

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 166 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

Because 2006 Chevrolet SSR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 2004 Ford Focus
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model SSR Focus
Year Released 2006 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4150 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1244 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km


 

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