2000 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 3 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford C-MAX. 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
