2006 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
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 | 161 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |