2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Ford Focus

To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 318 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chevrolet Camaro 2006 Ford Focus
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Camaro Focus
Year Released 2002 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1753 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1272 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2620 mm