2005 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 96 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | NSX | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |