2004 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Honda Life
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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 392 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life 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 Life 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, 2004 Ford Focus (183 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2000 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Life |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
