2002 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 53 kg more than 2002 Ford Escort.
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 Escort (178 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escort | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
