2003 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 56 L |
