2007 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 78 kg more than 2013 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, 2007 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |