2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Honda Element were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 277 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.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |