2005 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 4 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1294 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
