2009 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 7 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
