2000 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile O4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A4 | O4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
