2007 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 732 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.
Because 2009 Honda Accord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Accord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |