2003 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Agila 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 51 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Focus | 2005 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Focus | Agila |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |