2007 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2007 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
