2009 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 602 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
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2009 Acura MDX | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | MDX | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3663 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 202 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |