2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1201 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |