2002 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,450 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 350 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 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Focus | Thesis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |