2009 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 5 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 183 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1221 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |