2004 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 158 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |