2003 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
