2001 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | CRX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
