2005 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1997 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
