2006 Honda Element 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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 669 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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 Element 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 Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Element | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |