1995 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1995 Audi A6 (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
