2000 Ford Artic vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Artic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Artic | A4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
