2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 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 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
