2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 391 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2007 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. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1562 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
