2000 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-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, 2000 Ford Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | CR-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |