2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
