2009 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. Both 2009 Audi A3 and 2006 Ford Focus are equipped with a 1,983 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 685 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |