1995 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus.
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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 2011 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
