2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 212 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |