2006 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 203 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2004 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1108 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |