2000 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 617 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Westfield ZEI 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 2000 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI. 2012 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2000 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 2000 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Westfield ZEI | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Westfield | Ford |
| Model | ZEI | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2649 mm |
