2009 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Honda Insight
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 Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 444 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2001 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |