2002 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 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 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1785 mm |
