2003 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator

To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.

Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus. 2009 Suzuki Equator 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. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Focus 2009 Suzuki Equator
Make Ford Suzuki
Model Focus Equator
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5250 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L