2008 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
