2008 Acura RDX vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 237 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.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2008 Acura RDX 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. 2008 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RDX | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
