2005 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (136 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 1995 Honda Accord (184 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
