2003 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2003 Ford Focus and 2003 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (206 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 365 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 Volvo C70 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus. 2003 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Focus | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Focus | C70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |