2003 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 30 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, 2005 Ford Focus (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
