2002 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2002 Ford Focus and 2002 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 104 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 96 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |