2002 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 185 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2004 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
