2007 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |