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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 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 (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 109 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 | 1560 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
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 | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |