2000 Audi RS4 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Audi RS4.
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 RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi RS4 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS4 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
