2005 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 6 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 42 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Insight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
