2007 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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 A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A8 | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |