2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.

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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Focus 2005 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model Focus Accord
Year Released 2008 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1987 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 212 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 232 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.7 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 65 L


 

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