2002 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
