2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 26 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
