2007 Ford Focus vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 224 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 1953 Riley Pathfinder 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 1953 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Focus | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 120 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |