2008 Acura RL vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
