1995 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 331 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
