2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Odyssey | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
