2005 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |