2004 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 96 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 Avensis (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |