2004 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 404 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1997 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
