2002 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 235 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 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 (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 42 L |
