2002 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 206 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |