2009 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 2,204 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 49 kg more than 2013 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 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus. 2013 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |