2004 Ford Focus vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Focus | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
