2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Honda Accord are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 566 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, 2009 Ford Focus (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |