1995 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford Puma (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
