1996 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, both 1996 Audi A4 and 1996 Suzuki Escudo were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 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 (202 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 1996 Suzuki Escudo has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Suzuki Escudo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | Escudo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
