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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 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 70 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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 1388 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 73 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.5 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2610 mm


 

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