2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 214 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
