1993 Ford Orion vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1993 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 774 kg more than 1993 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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 A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Orion. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Ford Orion | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Orion | A4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |