2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 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 3,423 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 510 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 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Equinox | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3423 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
