2004 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 785 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.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
