2003 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, both 2003 Ford Focus and 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 23 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Focus | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Focus | YRV |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 36 L |