2005 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 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 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Focus | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
