2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 725 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 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2010 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. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1757 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
