2002 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Avensis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |