2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
