2003 Ford Focus vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 680 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 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus. 2010 SsangYong Korando 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. 2010 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Focus | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Focus | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |