2009 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 117 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |