Ford Focus vs. Honda Civic Vehicle Comparison

Ford Focus vs Honda Civic

If you are in the market for an affordable, fuel-efficient car, then the 2014 Ford Focus and the Honda Civic are attractive options. Here is a look at what each one offers as well as how they compare to each other.

Exterior/interior features

The 2014 Ford Focus delivers a dynamic exterior design with features such as dragon-eye headlamps and athletic lines. This car comes with your choice of nine vibrant color options ranging from Blue Candy to White Platinum. Meanwhile, the interior offers refined styling with practical innovations. Includes in this is the navigation system with Sirius XM radio and dual zone electronic temperature control. Further, Ford displays great craftsmanship with the sewn in French seams on the leather trimmed seating. This car is also eco-friendly, as you have your choice to select seating made of REPREVE fiber, which comes from 100% recycled materials.

In comparison, the Honda Civic offers a sleek appearance with bold additions such as 17-inch alloy wheels that adds flair. Additionally, the Civic comes with folding power side mirrors, which can give you more room when maneuvering into and out of tight parking spots. When you open the doors, you'll discover a stylish interior packed with the latest innovations. The steering wheel mounted controls allows you to change music or answer a phone call. The Honda HD Digital Traffic gives you real-time traffic updates. Meanwhile, the ECO Assist uses blue and green bars on your dash to help you adapt your driving to achieve maximum fuel efficiency.

Engine features

There are multiple engine options available for the 2014 Ford Focus. The sedan model comes equipped with the 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I-4 engine that delivers 160-horsepower while receiving up to 40 mpg on the highway. The Focus ST comes with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine that earns up to 32 mpg on the highway and cranks out 160-horsepower. Lastly, the electric model receives up to 99 mpg on the highway.

Meanwhile, the Honda Civic comes with a 1.8L 16-valve SOHC i-VTEC engine. This engine delivers 143-horsepower while receiving up to 39 mpg on the highway with an automatic transmission.

Technical features

The 2014 Ford Focus comes packed with great technological features. The SYNC with MyFord Touch makes your car a mobile command center where you can control your music and phone calls with voice commands. The Active Park Assist uses sensors to measure your vehicle's position in relation to others as well as the curb. Once you activate the system, it takes over to park your car. Another unique feature is MyKey. With this, you can set individual keys so the car remembers up to two drivers. This is a great tool for parents, as it allows them to set speed and audio restrictions for younger drivers.

Similarly, the Honda Civic comes with unique additions. The Honda LaneWatch can alert you to incoming vehicles when you signal to make a lane change. Meanwhile, the HondaLink allows you to access everything from restaurant preferences to audio books through its touchscreen. 

How they compare

Both models are excellent choices for what they offer you. When comparing the two models there are several differences with price being one of them. The 2014 Ford Focus begins from $16,310 while the Honda Civic starts at $18,390. Further, the Focus offers a more powerful and fuel efficient engine. With these things in mind, the 2014 Ford Focus is the better buy.

If you are ready to test drive the new Focus, feel free to visit Fred Beans Ford of Mechanicsburg Inc.