2008 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
