2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 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 2,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 253 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 A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Ford Focus
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Focus
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2391 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1242 kg
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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