2002 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 139 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2002 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
