2004 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 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, 1996 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |