2002 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1288 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 96 L |
