2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | HR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |