2003 Ford Focus vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 661 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Focus 2002 SsangYong Rexton
Make Ford SsangYong
Model Focus Rexton
Year Released 2003 2002
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1387 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 73 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 89.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.5 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1851 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L


 

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