2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Audi RS4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 399 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.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 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 RS4 (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 360 mm | 2620 mm |
