2000 Audi A2 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Focus (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
