2007 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 104 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.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
