2002 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 753 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 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Focus 2013 Cadillac CTS
Make Ford Cadillac
Model Focus CTS
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 314 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1953 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4877 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 68 L