2008 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 662 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (250 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3122 mm |
