2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 568 kg more than 2004 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Trans Sport | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
