2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |