2002 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 118 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
