2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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 (202 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
