2009 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 194 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
