2004 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang 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 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
