2004 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 Audi S4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 499 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 S4 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 S4 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 202 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1221 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |