2002 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 307 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2013 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1655 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
