2005 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Audi A2.
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, 2005 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
