1999 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 8 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4. 2007 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
