2008 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Focus | RDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
