2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2000 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Focus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2620 mm |