2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-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 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Honda CR-V | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | CR-V | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
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 | 166 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1324 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |