2008 Audi S5 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 Audi S5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 655 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 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
