1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Ford Focus were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (150 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (210 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
