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 1,999 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 Honda Civic weights approximately 18 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 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. 2008 Honda Civic 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. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1493 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
