2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A3 (320 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
