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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 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 377 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.

Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 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 2496 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 221 km/hour 196 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.4 seconds 9.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1213 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 55 L