2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2004 Audi A3 (251 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |