2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Ford Focus

To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 939 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2006 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi Q7 2004 Ford Focus
Make Audi Ford
Model Q7 Focus
Year Released 2006 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 88.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 210 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.5 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 45 L


 

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