2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Honda Element

To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Honda Element were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 7 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element. 2009 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. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 2009 Honda Element
Make Ford Honda
Model Focus Element
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2353 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1454 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 60 L


 

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