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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (138 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 169 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 (320 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 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 | 1968 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 202 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1221 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |