2004 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 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, 2002 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2002 Honda Accord 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. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
