2005 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 6 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 724 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 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | S6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
