2008 Acura RL vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2008 Acura RL 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. 2008 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Acura RL | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RL | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |