2005 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2005 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 400 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 S4 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 S4 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 S4 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |