2002 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 Audi A4.
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, 2002 Audi A4 (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
