2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 576 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Focus | TL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
