2005 Acura RSX vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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. Both 2005 Acura RSX and 2007 Ford Focus are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 251 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) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2005 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RSX | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
