2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
