2006 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 137 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2004 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2004 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Focus | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
