2004 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |