2009 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 166 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Fit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
