2005 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 43 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Honda Civic (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic 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 Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |