2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2002 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 435 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2002 Ford Focus
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Grand Voyager Focus
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2427 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2620 mm


 

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