2005 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |