2008 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 576 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
