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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 3850 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 233 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 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
