2006 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
