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 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 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 574 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) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). 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 | 1388 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 256 Nm |
| 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
