2007 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 3 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 84 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Fit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
