1996 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 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, 2005 Ford Focus (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
