2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |