2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 59 L |
