2003 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Honda Integra
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Integra (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Integra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Integra (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus. 2001 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2001 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Integra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
