2003 Citroen Saxo vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2003 Citroen Saxo and 2003 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Citroen Saxo. 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 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Saxo | 2003 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Saxo | Focus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |