2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S3 weights approximately 183 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 2011 Audi S3 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, 2011 Audi S3 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 S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S3 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 S3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | S3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
