2005 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1142 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Focus 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Ford Land Rover
Model Focus Range Rover
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 2926 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 136 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 391 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 2440 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2200 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 100 L


 

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