2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 461 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
