1998 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 832 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.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2992 mm |
