2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 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 Q5 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, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1964 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 | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
