1998 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, both 1998 Audi A4 and 1998 Ford Focus were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A4 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Focus |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 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 | 1580 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |