2004 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
