2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 711 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 S5 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 S5 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 S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 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 S5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Focus | S5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |