2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 121 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 2007 Honda Jazz 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 Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1337 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
