2003 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 521 kg more than 2010 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, 2003 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
