2008 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 478 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
