1999 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 774 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
