2001 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2007 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 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
