2008 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
