2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 617 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Element |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
