2002 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 56 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |