2008 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
