2000 Acura Integra vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 319 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.
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, 2002 Ford Focus (197 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
