2002 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 592 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 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
