1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 663 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Focus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
