2006 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 30 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |