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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 79 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. 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, 2005 Ford Focus (175 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Insight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
