2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Corvette and 2002 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 88 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Focus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 132 L |