2003 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 345 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
Because 2003 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Highlander | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 47 L |
