1999 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
