2008 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Honda Today

To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 652 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Focus 1997 Honda Today
Make Ford Honda
Model Focus Today
Year Released 2008 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1362 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1400 mm


 

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