2009 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Focus | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
