2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 16 kg more than 2012 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 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
