2002 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 59 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Focus | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 51 L |
