1993 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Ford Focus. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Focus.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Focus | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Caldina |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |