1995 Chevrolet Corsica 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 Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (119 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 8 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
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 Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corsica | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 132 L |
