2003 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 325 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 2001 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Focus 2001 Ford Falcon
Make Ford Ford
Model Focus Falcon
Year Released 2003 2001
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1387 cc 3983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 73 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.5 mm 99.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 59 L


 

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