1997 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 126 kg more than 1997 Audi A4.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
