2002 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus.

Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tundra. 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Focus 2010 Toyota Tundra
Make Ford Toyota
Model Focus Tundra
Year Released 2002 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 234 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2610 mm


 

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