2004 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 568 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 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A6 (350 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
