2010 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 203 kg more than 2010 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, 2007 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ford Focus 2007 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model Focus Accord
Year Released 2010 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 4445 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1722 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1488 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2614 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 65 L


 

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