2006 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Focus | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
