2008 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 108 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 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2004 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
