2009 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
