1996 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1996 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
