2005 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 155 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
