2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 914 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2010 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Focus | MDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
