2007 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2003 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Element |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
