2002 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 268 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.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
