2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 351 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Jazz | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |