2003 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
