2004 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
