2002 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 350 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, 1994 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1994 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Legend |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
