2000 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2003 Vauxhall VX220 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 2003 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Focus | VX220 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |