2004 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 62 kg more than 2013 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 (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |