2001 Acura Integra vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. 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, 2000 Ford Focus (202 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
