2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 21 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 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2005 Honda Accord 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. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |