2006 Acura RL vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
