2004 Ford Focus vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 214 kg more than 2002 TVR Tamora.
Because 2002 TVR Tamora 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 TVR Tamora. 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 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Focus | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
