2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1194 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
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 A6 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
