2010 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus. 2000 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Focus | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Focus | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4445 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1722 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1488 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2614 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
