2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 428 kg more than 2006 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 A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |