2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 916 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
Because 2006 Audi A8 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 A8 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 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |