2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 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 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 520 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 A6 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 A6 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 A6 (400 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Ford Focus
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 Focus
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4179 cc 1986 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 174 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 53 L


 

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