2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 306 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |