2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 412 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
