2003 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2003 Ford Focus and 2003 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 40 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 Mazda 3 (195 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Focus | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |