2002 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 5 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Infiniti M 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, 2007 Infiniti M 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2007 Infiniti M 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. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2007 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Focus | M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
