2002 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 505 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2001 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
