2006 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 1 kg more than 2001 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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2001 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
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 | 1311 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |