1997 Ford Contour vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour. 2004 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Contour | A6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
