2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Audi S4 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 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 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 684 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 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2005 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | S4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
