1999 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 17 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | HR-V |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |