2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2001 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Focus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |