2002 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 680 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2010 Honda Pilot 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. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Pilot |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 79 L |