2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2009 Ford Focus
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Focus
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 10.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L