2000 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1995 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
