2010 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Focus 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 23 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 31 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Focus | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Fit |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4445 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1725 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1488 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2614 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
