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Honda Fit vs. Ford Focus Review

How the Honda Fit stacks up against the Ford Focus - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 Honda Fit
Price Range: $14,750 - $16,410
2010 Ford Focus
Price Range: $15,520 - $18,485
Honda Fit vs. Ford Focus Review

Handling
With their comparable turning circles, the Ford Focus and the Honda Fit definitely handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Ford Focus's engine is substantially bigger than the Honda Fit's. Bear in mind that larger engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Ford Focus is significantly more powerful than the Honda.

Utility
The Fit and the Ford Focus can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
The Honda Fit's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the Ford Focus.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Honda Fit's front cabin compared to the Ford Focus. While the rear of the Ford provides a bit more head- and leg-room than the Fit, there really isn't much of a difference.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Ford Focus than the Fit because of its bigger tank. The Honda Fit and the Focus compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the Focus to the dealership as the Honda Fit. There honestly isn't much of a difference in gas mileage here, but if you must know, the Honda Fit is somewhat more economical than the Ford. The Fit won't tax your gas budget considerably more than the Ford Focus will. The Fit is substantially less expensive than the Ford Focus regarding MSRP.

Overview
The Focus and the Honda Fit have the same basic warranty.

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