2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 692 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 Element 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 Element 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 Element (218 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Element 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 Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Element |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |