2002 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 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 41 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
