2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 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 3,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 584 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 A8 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 A8 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2004 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3935 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
