2001 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 766 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford Focus 2006 Honda Pilot
Make Ford Honda
Model Focus Pilot
Year Released 2001 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 328 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 2016 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2710 mm


 

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