2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1830 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
