2006 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |