2002 Honda Life vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Life | Focus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |