2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Acura TL
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Acura TL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 264 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2006 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Acura TL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Focus | TL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 3212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 258 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |