2006 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 2006 Ford Focus and 2000 Honda Accord are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 405 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Accord. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2000 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |