2008 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 6 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 515 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.
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 (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape. 2008 Ford Escape 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. 2008 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
