2002 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2002 Ford Focus and 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 178 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, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |