2006 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1636 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord.
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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1993 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
