2004 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 9 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX.
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 (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Focus | ILX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |