2002 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 508 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.
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, 2012 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2012 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | C70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
