2001 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord 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. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
