2006 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 283 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Focus | EL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2619 mm |
