2002 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 210 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| 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 | 1256 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
