2001 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
