2003 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 133 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm.
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 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Prizm | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Prizm | Focus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1223 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |