2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 207 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 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2005 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |