2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Econovan 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 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Econovan | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econovan | Focus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |