2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
