1999 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
