2007 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,798 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic 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 Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1798 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
