2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Honda HR-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 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Honda HR-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 HR-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 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
