2002 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1225 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Focus | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
