2009 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 371 kg more than 2001 Honda City.
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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2001 Honda City | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | City |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |