2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon.
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 Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ikon | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
