2005 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 20 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.
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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
