2006 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (136 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 144 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Honda Accord (184 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
