2005 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 107 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.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2001 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
