2004 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Avancier weights approximately 382 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.
Because 2000 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier 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, 2000 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2000 Honda Avancier 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. 2000 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2000 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
