2002 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 966 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Focus 2010 Porsche Cayenne
Make Ford Porsche
Model Focus Cayenne
Year Released 2002 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1388 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 73 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1194 kg 2160 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4798 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2855 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 100 L