2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 629 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 A6 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 A6 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 A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |