2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 143 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Fit |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |