2002 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 298 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
