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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (89 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 171 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 (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (200 Nm @ 2000 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 | 1758 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |