2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 247 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 (184 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 118 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |