2008 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 4 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2012 Audi A8 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Focus | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |