2002 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 645 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 87 L |
