2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 25 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |