2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1493 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
