2002 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (159 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 208 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Focus 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Ford Toyota
Model Focus Camry
Year Released 2002 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.8 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1232 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.2 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 70 L


 

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