2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 437 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Focus (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Spark | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 132 L |
