2008 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 208 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1266 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Focus | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
