2007 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Insight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
