2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 735 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 Pilot 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 Pilot 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |