2008 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Honda Legend
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 Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 563 kg more than 2008 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2001 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
