2008 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 266 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |