2008 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 Ford Focus (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Fit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
