2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 246 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
