2002 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2007 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Focus | LS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 84 L |
