2004 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Lapin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Lapin would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2003 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Lapin |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
