2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 Ferrari Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Rossa would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 Ferrari Rossa. 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 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Rossa | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 55 L |
