2005 Acura RL vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |