2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 1 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, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | C-MAX | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 132 L |
