2004 Acura EL vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 Acura EL and 2004 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Acura EL. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura EL | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | EL | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |