2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 248 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2004 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |