2003 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 2003 Ford Focus and 2003 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Voyager (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 550 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.
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 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus. 2003 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2003 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Focus | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
