2008 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A7 weights approximately 630 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 2011 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 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, 2011 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
