Civic Hatchback vs Focus
Honda · Ford
1/4 Mile winner
Focus
Beats the Civic Hatchback by 0.26s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Focus beats the Civic Hatchback comfortably, finishing 0.26 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Focus thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
180 hp
210 hp
0–100 km/h
6.8s
6.5s
Top speed
220 km/h
220 km/h
Engine
I4
1.0L EcoBoost / 1.5L / 2.0L
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
300 Nm
150 - 400 Nm
Price
$26,350
$25,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Civic Hatchback
Focus
100 m
6.658s
6.524s
1/8 mile
9.842s
9.654s
1/4 mile
14.797s
14.537s
1 km
26.528s
26.151s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Focus is $25,000 vs $26,350 for the Civic Hatchback — a $1,350 gap. Power: Focus makes 30 hp more (180 vs 210). 0–100 km/h: Focus is 0.30s quicker (6.8s vs 6.5s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Civic Hatchback or the Focus?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Focus is faster, beating the Civic Hatchback by 0.26 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Civic Hatchback vs the Focus?
The Civic Hatchback hits 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds, while the Focus does it in 6.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Civic Hatchback produces 180 hp; the Focus produces 210 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Civic Hatchback tops out at 220 km/h, and the Focus reaches 220 km/h.
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