2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Honda Fit were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2009 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Fit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |