1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Audi A4 (321 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
