1999 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 6 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Escape |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |