2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 650 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 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 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 A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Focus | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3000 cc |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |