2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1757 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |