2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2007 Ford Focus
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Focus
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1272 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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