2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Acura CSX
To start off, 2006 Acura CSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Acura CSX.
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, 2006 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Acura CSX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Focus | CSX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |