2008 Honda Element 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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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 Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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 Element 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Element | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 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 | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |