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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 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 258 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 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 1984 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 214 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 10.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1152 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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