2003 Acura EL vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | EL | Focus |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |