2002 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Honda Z
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 Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z 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 119 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 296 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z 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 Z 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
