2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2009 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.

Because 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q5 2009 Ford Focus
Make Audi Ford
Model Q5 Focus
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 169 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 83.1 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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