2005 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
