1996 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1996 Audi A4 and 1996 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. 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, 1996 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Escort |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |