2009 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 287 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2006 Honda Accord 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. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |