2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2006 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
