2010 Acura RDX vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura RDX 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 82 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 233 kg more than 2013 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2013 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.
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2010 Acura RDX | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RDX | Focus |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 2045 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |