2004 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Acura ZDX

To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 8 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), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 775 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 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Focus 2012 Acura ZDX
Make Ford Acura
Model Focus ZDX
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1988 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 366 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1232 kg 2007 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4887 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1994 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1595 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.4 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 79 L