2008 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2002 Honda City | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | City |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
