2005 Acura RSX 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 RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RSX would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1634 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
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 RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RSX | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |