2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 449 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, 2011 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
