1999 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 485 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 2009 Honda Civic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |