1999 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 605 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2003 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
