2007 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 389 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Focus | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
