2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Honda Element
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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2007 Honda Element 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. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
