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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 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 504 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.
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 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |