2002 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 98 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | S-MX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |