2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
