1999 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 5 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 625 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.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A4 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
