2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 55 kg more than 2008 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Ford Focus
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Focus
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1986 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 202 km/hour 216 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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