2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2007 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2007 Audi RS4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 252 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 RS4 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 RS4 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi RS4 2007 Ford Focus
Make Audi Ford
Model RS4 Focus
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 203 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 1458 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.5 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 53 L