2008 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 2 kg more than 2002 Toyota Camry.
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 Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2002 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |