2004 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 289 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.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |