2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Ford Focus

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 2002 Ford Focus
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Express Focus
Year Released 2007 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 12 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 50 L


 

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