2007 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 211 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 2007 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
