2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | R8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
