2005 Acura RL vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 1 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 563 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 2005 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Acura RL | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |