2002 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 162 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 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
