1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 6 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cavalier | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
