2002 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 130 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 96 L |