2002 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |