2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Audi A1.
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, 2010 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
