2002 Ford Focus vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, both 2002 Ford Focus and 2002 MCC Smart 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 90 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2002 MCC Smart | |
Make | Ford | MCC |
Model | Focus | Smart |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |