2009 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Lada 111
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 111 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 446 kg more than 2003 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2003 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Focus | 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
