2010 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2004 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Civic | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Focus |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1201 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |