2002 Ford Focus vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 815 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Focus | Rexton |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |