2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 116 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2003 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
