2005 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1996 Honda CRX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | CRX |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |