2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 987 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
