2006 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1236 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
