2003 Toyota Soarer vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 411 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Soarer | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Soarer | Focus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1319 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |