1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Telstar | S4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
