2009 Acura RL vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 3 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2009 Acura RL.
Because 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 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, 2009 Acura RL (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |
