2000 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 131 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Honda Step Wagon | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Step Wagon | Focus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2649 mm |