2002 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
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 (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Venture |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |