2008 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche GT2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
