2012 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 88 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2012 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. 2012 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Focus | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4450 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1249 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
