2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2003 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2003 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager (142 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. 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, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2003 Ford Focus
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Grand Voyager Focus
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2399 cc 1387 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 142 HP 73 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 76.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 55 L


 

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