2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 180 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 A4 (196 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2004 Ford Focus
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Focus
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 175 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption 6 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.5 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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