2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-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. Both 2005 Ford Focus and 2007 Honda FR-V are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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 FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V 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 FR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | FR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |