2004 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
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 CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V 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 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
