2003 Ford Focus vs. 2000 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2000 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
