2002 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 415 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | iQ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 32 L |
