2007 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 760 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 S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S8 | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |