2002 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 195 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, 2002 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |
