2008 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Honda Life
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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life 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 93 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 317 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |