2002 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 281 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, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Ford | Brilliance |
| Model | Focus | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
