2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 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 3,101 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 643 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Focus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Focus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3101 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
