2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 468 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
