2003 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. 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 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
