2004 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 Acura RSX 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX.
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 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2004 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2004 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Acura RSX | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RSX | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |