1999 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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 S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
