2007 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
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 Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 814 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |