2002 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1104 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.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2005 Ford Expedition 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. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Expedition |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |