2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1210 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 2003 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |
