2004 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 18 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Because 2002 Honda NSX 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 2002 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2002 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
