1999 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 481 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
