2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 163 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |