2010 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 292 kg more than 2009 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Accord | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Focus |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |