1994 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A4 weights approximately 94 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.
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, 1994 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
