2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 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 S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 569 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |