2003 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1155 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.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus. 2007 Jeep Commander 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. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Commander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
