2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A4 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
